*Hi5! Numerous factors point to the relevance of individuals with Autism. One vital aspect is how, what, why, when, where and how often we spend money or cause money to be spent. People living on the Autism Spectrum and their families, friends, groups, clubs, organizations, independent businesses, supporters and advocates are ALL consumers. We can be quite focused. We can advocate until laws are changed. We are experts at raising awareness. We can be a marketers dream target group or a P.R. nightmare! Many are beginning to realize the positive economic impact of individ...more »

The NO BULL Teen Video Awards - The Great American NO BULL Challenge announced the fifteen finalists of their bullying prevention video competition: First Place Winners receives: a 3 episode video production $10,000 deal, a trip to the Sundance Film Festival in 2013 ($5,000 max value), where their film will be submitted as a Short Film Documentary , and much more! Eight NO BULL Winners will be announced “live” at the Teen Video Awards in San Francisco on July 21, 2012 during this star-studded evening!

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“We must be the change we wish to see in the world” -
Mahatma Gandhi As a culture, we are focusing new attention on bullying.
According to world-wide research ...

There is little need to describe the impact of mean actions by peers. Youth who mistreat others frequently are more likely to become aggressive adults and to have criminal records in adulthood. Mistreated young people may grow up with diminished self-confidence and a sense of isolation and helplessness. Youth who witness mean behavior repeatedly are also affected.

Find facts, webisodes, and quizzes about bullying for
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Bullying can affect you in many ways. You may lose sleep or feel sick. You may want to skip school. You may even be thinking about suicide. If you are feeling hopeless or helpless or know someone that is, please call the LIFELINE at 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Students learn to box to stop bullyingA visitor to A.R. Kaufman Public School took an unconventional approach to teaching kids to channel their energy into something other than bullying. The kids were taught how to punch. [Bullying Blake Hartlen (left), 12, spars with boxer Mike McWilliams at an assembly during an anti-bullying presentation at A.R. Kaufman school in Kitchener on Thursday. Peter Lee/Record staff]

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Stop Bullying Thru Right Thinking is a breakthrough
for parents and children about how heal from the effects of bullying and
stop bullying now.The Secret of the Lake by Brie Liberty offers the reader new and helpful ideas on how bullying deeply affects the one being bullied, while also offering a meaningful look into the nature of the bully himself.

An effective tool that helps students focus by capturing their attention with color and is used to teach how to highlight. Colors can help students with visual learning disabilities like Irlen Syndrome, Dyslexia or Autism or poor concentration to focus so they can succeed! Available in multiple colors.Lee Products - EducationTape

Video of a child using the PODD system. Similar to PECS, this can be extremely helpful for children with communication disorders or Autism.

Timers can assist students with Autism who have a need for schedules. This is a very visual way for them to know how much time they have left for a specific activity. Mayer-Johnson -Audible Timer

This video details several simple forms of AT that can be used in the classroom for students who have been diagnosed with ASD by CassieWasHere1

The First-Then application allows students to have a visual schedule on a mobile device. Allows you to use stock photos or upload your own. This would be very helpful for students to use both at home and at school.

*Hi5! Numerous factors point to the relevance of individuals with Autism. One vital aspect is how, what, why, when, where and how often we spend money or cause money to be spent. People living on the Autism Spectrum and their families, friends, groups, clubs, organizations, independent businesses, supporters and advocates are ALL consumers. We can be quite focused. We can advocate until laws are changed. We are experts at raising awareness. We can be a marketers dream target group or a P.R. nightmare! Many are beginning to realize the positive economic impact of individ...more »

Having found through their research that there were not a lot of children’s books depicting people with disabilities in a variety of occupations, the authors set out to add to the list of such books themselves. In *Dr. Vermeij’s Conch Quest*, the reader is entertained by beautiful pictures and descriptions of molluscs through the eyes of Dr. Vermeij, a successful scientist and scholar who also happens to have been blind since childhood. This wonderful book engages young readers in the exciting world of marine science and opens up occupational possibilities for children as they beg...more »

[image: Happy Families] Your child has been diagnosed, and you are faced with the reality that your son or daughter has a developmental delay. The news can be crushing, and sometimes devastating to a marriage. What often drives couples apart are the different coping strategies adopted by each partner. http://special-needs.families.com/blog/keepingyourmarriagestrongwhileraisi# "Life on the Autism Spectrum can be ENJOYable."

There's a new printable coupon out to save $0.50 off Del Monte Gold Extra Sweet Pineapple. You'll need to be on Facebook in order to register and print it, unfortunately. It should be available until July 15th. I spotted these on sale for just $1 the other day, so keep your eyes peeled for some great deals on pineapples to make smoothies and to grill out! While you are here, don't forget to check out my other printable coupons to see if there are other coupons available to help you save on your grocery bill! *Please note: I take the time out of my busy schedule to share coupons tha...more »

Here is a review of 5th Grade Math app. We also reviewed other apps and they are all follow the same pattern. So it is safe to assume it is good. iTooch MATH Grade 5 – This is by far one of the best Math apps for the 5th grade. The questions are at grade level [...]

Apple's upcoming iOS 6 software update for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch will include a great accessibility feature called Guided Access. Watch the video above to learn more. Guided Access will allow teachers and parents to control their children's device usage. For example, you will be able to lock app controls such as settings. This will ensure that children will not change settings or use distracting features. This feature will benefit people with autism. Guided Access will also allow teach to give tests on the iPad or iPhone and ensure that the students will not be able to sear...more »

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